AD/Director, Patient Advocacy

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Patient Advocacy to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will be the key liaison between our organization and patient advocacy groups, external alliances, and professional medical associations within the oncology and hematology therapeutic areas. This critical role will help to define Kura’s patient advocacy priorities and oversee advocacy group collaborations that educate and activate patients to seek optimal care, break down barriers to patient access, and bring patient insights into the company.

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.Essential Job FunctionsDevelop and execute a comprehensive patient advocacy and patient engagement strategy tailored to the unique needs of our oncology and hematology portfolioLead the development of advocacy plans aligned with brand strategic imperatives and corporate strategy, focusing on disease awareness, access and reimbursement, post-market surveillance, adherence, and psychosocial support.Establish and implement best practices in patient advocacy, utilizing insights from the patient experience to inform strategies and initiatives.Champion a patient-centric approach across our portfolio, ensuring that the patient and caregiver perspective are integrated into all aspects of our work.Stay abreast of regulatory, legal, government affairs policy, and social media developments impacting patient advocacy and our therapeutic areas’.Educate internal teams on the importance and value of patient advocacy, particularly within specific disease areasGather feedback from patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and other stakeholders to inform business decisions and enhance our support offerings.Provide strategic guidance on patient-directed campaigns, ensuring that they prioritize patient needs and align with our values of patient centricityJob RequirementsBachelor’s degree in relevant field, advanced degree preferred.Minimum of 7 years of experience in patient advocacy, preferably within the oncology or hematology space.Proven track record of developing and implementing successful patient engagement strategies. Must have the ability to effectively collaborate with, motivate and influence various levels within the organization, and forge strong relationships with stakeholders outside of the organization.Strong understanding of regulatory and policy landscape related to patient advocacy. Knowledge of marketing, strategic and long-range planning, training, and/or market accessExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams.Passion for improving the lives of patients and caregivers affected by oncology and hematology conditions. Ability to travel up to 30% of the time; domestic and limited international.

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